Sambo & Makgabutlane Attorneys

30/09/2026

From divorce and maintenance to child custody, parental responsibilities and family-related disputes, she approaches every case with the care, discretion and determination our clients deserve.

When your family matters, your choice of legal representation matters.

24/09/2026

09/09/2026

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But wait… does the document actually say what you agreed to?

During a divorce, you may have discussed and agreed on certain terms with your spouse. But when the final agreement arrives, you could find that some of the wording, terms, or obligations are different from what you understood or agreed to.

Don’t sign simply because you were told it’s “just paperwork.”

Read it carefully.

Check the details.

And if something doesn't reflect your agreement, raise it before signing.

This could involve your property, maintenance, assets, debts, pension interests, or arrangements concerning your children.

Once you sign an agreement, you may be bound by its terms. That is why it is important to understand exactly what you are agreeing to before you put pen to paper.

👉🏽 If it doesn't reflect what you agreed to, don't rush to sign. Get legal advice first.

Your signature matters. Make sure you know what you're signing.

This post is for general information purposes and does not constitute legal advice.

07/09/2026

YOU AGREED TO ONE THING… BUT THE DOCUMENT SAYS SOMETHING ELSE. ⚖️

During a divorce, discussions and negotiations may happen before the final documents are prepared.

But what happens when you receive the written agreement and the terms are different from what you actually agreed to?

Don’t simply sign it.

Take the time to read the document carefully and raise any terms that do not reflect your agreement.

Whether it concerns property, maintenance, assets, debts, or arrangements relating to children, make sure the written agreement accurately reflects what was agreed.

Remember: what you discussed is not necessarily the same as what you are being asked to sign.

Before putting pen to paper, make sure you understand the document and seek independent legal advice where necessary.

Read. Understand. Then sign.

📞 Need assistance with your divorce agreement? Speak to a legal professional before signing.

01/09/2026

BEFORE YOU SIGN THOSE DIVORCE PAPERS… ⚖️

You have the right to understand what you are agreeing to.

If you have been presented with divorce papers or a settlement agreement, you do not have to rush into signing them simply because you are being pressured to do so.

You can ask for time to have the documents reviewed by your own attorney and to receive independent legal advice.

This is especially important where the agreement deals with:

• Division of assets and debts
• Maintenance
• Children and parental responsibilities
• Property
• Pension interests
• Any other rights or obligations arising from the divorce

Never sign an agreement you do not fully understand.

Before putting pen to paper, make sure you know what you are agreeing to and how it may affect your rights.

📌Get legal advice before you sign.

24/08/2026

👉 Understand the agreement before you agree to it.

A settlement may bring an end to the dispute, but a rushed or poorly understood agreement could affect you long after the divorce is finalised.

Before signing, be careful about:

🔹Property and assets — Are you fully aware of what is being divided and what you may be giving up?

🔹Maintenance— Are the financial obligations clearly understood and properly recorded?

🔹Children— Are the arrangements for care, contact, responsibilities and financial support clear?

🔹Hidden or undisclosed assets — Have you had enough information to make an informed decision?

🔹Finality — Do you understand which rights or claims you may be giving up by agreeing to the settlement?

🔹Pressure to sign — Never assume you must sign immediately simply because the other party wants the matter finalised.

A settlement agreement is more than a signature. It can have long-term legal and financial consequences.

Sambo & Makgabutlane Attorneys
Legal guidance when it matters most.

21/08/2026

A common misconception is that if you contest a divorce, you're simply saying don't want to get divorced.

That's not always the case.

You may have concerns about:

🔹 Division of assets – Who gets what?
🔹 Maintenance– What financial support should be paid?
🔹 Children – Where will they live and how will parental responsibilities and contact be arranged?
🔹 Other terms – Do you disagree with claims or orders being requested by your spouse?

You can accept that the marriage is over and still disagree with the terms of the divorce.

The important question is: Do you understand what you're agreeing to?

📞 Get legal advice before making decisions that could affect your future.

19/08/2026

Contesting a divorce doesn't mean ignoring the court papers or simply refusing to cooperate.

There are formal legal steps and time limits that may apply once divorce proceedings have been served on you.

Your attorney can help you:

✔️ Understand the divorce summons
✔️ Identify which claims you disagree with
✔️ Protect your interests regarding assets and maintenance
✔️ Address arrangements concerning your children
✔️ Guide you through the appropriate legal process

The biggest mistake? Doing nothing because you don't know what to do.

If you've been served with divorce papers, get legal advice as soon as possible.

📞Sambo & Makgabutlane Attorneys
Protecting your rights. Guiding you through the process.